Overview
Main description
Invaluable parenting advice on how to coparent
during and after divorce, from a sought-after expert on parenting topics
As a court-appointed child custody evaluator for 15 years, Dr. Peter Favaro is uniquely qualified to write this must-have guide for parents going through divorce. A child psychologist, he understands the effects divorce can have on families, especially when difficult exes, lawyers, visitation schedules, and other issues directly affect the child. Favaro addresses 50 essential topics in
short, easy-to-read chapters, including 100 dos and don’ts that will make things easier on your child--and better for your family.
Table of contents
Introduction
Part 1: Understanding Your Conflict
Part 2: Navigating the Court System
Part 3: Parenting for Different Ages
Part 4: Co-Parenting Successfully
Part 5: Making Visitation Schedules Work
Part 6: Dealing with a Difficult Ex
Part 7: Moving On
Index
Author comments
Peter J. Favaro, Ph.D., is a psychologist and executive director of Smart Parenting: The Family Center, which provides court services to high-conflict individuals and families. He has handled more than six thousand custody cases in the state of New York.